London Concours Crowns Iconic Lamborghini Countach LP400 Periscopio as Best of Show for 2026
The London Concours has crowned a stunning 1976 Lamborghini Countach LP400 Periscopio as its Best of Show winner for 2026, as the capital’s ultimate automotive summer garden party celebrated the opening day of its landmark 10th anniversary edition at the Honourable Artillery Company.
The iconic Lamborghini emerged victorious from an extraordinary field of concours entrants displayed across the lawns of the HAC, with this year’s event bringing together hypercars, rally legends, reimagined classics, dream cars and rare collector machinery in the heart of the City.
The victorious Countach LP400 Periscopio is among the purest and most significant examples of Lamborghini’s seminal supercar. Introduced in 1974 as the first production Countach, the LP400 rewrote the supercar rulebook with its dramatic wedge-shaped styling, scissor doors and unrivalled presence. Penned by Marcello Gandini during his time at Bertone, the Countach became the definitive poster car for an entire generation.
Nicknamed ‘Periscopio’ due to its distinctive roof-mounted rear-view channel, the early LP400 remains the lightest and cleanest interpretation of the Countach concept. Powered by a naturally aspirated 3.9-litre V12 producing 375bhp, the car weighed approximately 1,065kg and was capable of reaching 179mph, astonishing figures for the era.
This exceptional example carries fine provenance and was recently restored by Lamborghini itself. The car continues to be actively enjoyed on European road trips by its current owner; it is not hidden away as a static collector piece.
Day One of London Concours also celebrated Porsche Perfection Day, presented by Boxengasse, with an additional display of exceptional Porsche machinery joining the concours classes across the lawns. The day featured a dedicated Porsche panel discussion, alongside awards presentations recognising standout examples from the marque.
Visitors were also treated to two major automotive unveilings during the day. Boreham Motorworks presented the global public debut of the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS, the first brand-new road-going Escort Mk1 revealed in more than 50 years. Elektron Motors also unveiled its striking new Quasar hypercar publicly for the very first time at the HAC.
Elsewhere throughout the day, guests enjoyed live stage discussions including Talking Hypercars with Apollo Capital, live recordings from Fuelling Around featuring Jack Pegoraro, partner showcases, luxury boutiques, hospitality experiences and a live Smith and Sniff podcast recording in front of a packed audience.
London Concours continues tomorrow with Jaguar XK Day, before concluding on Thursday with Supercar Day and the spectacular Grand Depart.
Andrew Evans, Managing Director of Thorough Events, said: “To celebrate our 10th anniversary with such an extraordinary collection of cars has been incredibly special. The Countach LP400 Periscopio is a truly deserving Best of Show winner, a car that completely changed automotive design and continues to captivate audiences today.
“Day One perfectly captured what London Concours has become over the past decade: not just an exceptional concours event, but a complete celebration of automotive culture in the heart of London. From major global debuts and concours judging to stage discussions, hospitality and live entertainment. It has been a fantastic opening day to the event.”
Full List of 2026 Winners
Best of Show – 1976 Lamborghini Countach LP400 Periscopio
Chairman’s Award – 2024 Gordon Murray Automotive T.50
Hypercars – 2024 Gordon Murray Automotive T.50
Highly Commended – 2019 Lamborghini Sián FKP 37
Highly Commended – 2008 Lamborghini Reventon
Dream Cars – 1976 Lamborghini Countach Periscopio
Highly Commended – 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4
Highly Commended – 1994 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo II Giallo Ginestra
Tuners – 1991 Lister Jaguar XJS Le Mans
Highly Commended – 1991 Jaguar Sport XJR-S 6.0
Highly Commended – 1997 AC Schnitzer ACS3 / BMW 328i E36
Icons Remastered – Automotive Artisans R33 Stradale
Highly Commended – Eagle E-type Low Drag GT
Highly Commended – MZR Evolution
Alfa Romeo – 1932 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Zagato Spider
Highly Commended – 1972 Alfa Romeo Montreal
Highly Commended – 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 2.0
American Muscle – 1969 Shelby Mustang GT350
Highly Commended – 1970 Plymouth Superbird
Highly Commended – 1966 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Sting Ray
Porsche Sonderwunsch – 2025 Porsche 992.1 Turbo S
Highly Commended – 2025 Porsche 718 RS Spyder
Highly Commended – 1984 Porsche 930 Turbo Flachbau
Wildcards – 1995 Ferrari F355
Highly Commended – 1986 Lancia Delta S4
Highly Commended – 2026 Morgan Midsummer
Group A Rally Cars – 1984 Rover SD1 Vitesse
Highly Commended – 1989 BMW M3 E30
Highly Commended – 1992 Toyota Celica GT4 ST185